Silent Comedies Rediscovered

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Silent Comedies Rediscovered

The 1920's were the golden age of silent film comedy. But every year a local film festival resurrects ancient gems and presents them complete with live musical performances. Kojo explores this year's offerings, complete with a live...

The 1920's were the golden age of silent film comedy. But every year a local film festival resurrects ancient gems and presents them complete with live musical performances. Kojo explores this year's offerings, complete with a live in-studio accompanist.

Guests

Robert Farr

Founder, SLAPSTICON Silent Comedy Film Festival

Ben Model

Musical Accompanist, 5th Annual SLAPSTICON Silent Comedy Film Festival; Resident silent film accompanist, The Museum of Modern Art (New York)

Richard Roberts

Programmer and Event Coordinator, 5th Annual SLAPSTICON Silent Comedy Film Festival

Related Links

Slapstickon 2007
Silent Film Music - Ben Model's Website
Slapsticon Preview - YouTube.com
A quick primer on Silent Film

The Art of Buster Keaton (DVD set)
The Harold Lloyd Comedy Collection (DVD set)
The Essential Charlie Chaplin Collection (DVD Set)
American Slapstick
Slapstick Encyclopedia
Charley Bowers: The Rediscovery of an American Comic Genius

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